instructor

referee

basketball official

youth coordinator

site manager

i9 Sports Corporation

I set up baseball fields for children that are 3-14 years old. Most of these children are beginners of baseball so I assist the coaches with the children to teach and show them the fundamentals on how to play correctly. I step in when I feel that the coach needs some assistance on presenting to the kids certain techniques you use in baseball and I also give them some advice that worked for me. I talk to them about my experiences to help them out in case they are unaware on how to handle the situation. I also make sure that the environment for the children is safe. I make sure that everyone including the parents are enjoying themselves as well as having good sportsmanship to show the children the proper way to react in those types of situations. When there are no coaches I have to volunteer myself and fill in the role as a coach. When we are short on coaches I help out those teams while making sure that all the other teams are being assisted as well. I assist with the concession stand when they need help when my games are done. Once all the games are finished I help clean up the fields including other sports they offer.

This is a fast paced job while refereeing basketball and football with up to 8 games on Saturday and 8 games on Sunday. It is fun to "coach" the players even though I am a referee and watching the development and improvement over a fairly short time period is very encouraging and a lot of fun. You are on your feet the entire time and the breaks between games are quite short, but the day goes fast as each game is ready to go as soon as the other has ended. Bring plenty to drink (water, Gatorade, etc.) and snacks because you do not get a lunch break. Upper management has your back and are very knowledgeable professional when having to deal with disputes or calls that are "not popular." A+ place to work...only down side is that it is part time (Saturday/Sunday) but if you have another job and are looking for weekend work and are sports minded it is a great fit!

They will message you when you are a minute late, but site managers cannot answer basic staff or parent questions, never have appropriate staff onsite, and treat all staff like they are a high schooler. Hours are on Saturday and Sunday from 7:00am to 3:00. They have ten minute breaks worked into your schedule with no lunch break and I found out that those breaks are optional and I didn’t get a single break on my shift from 8:15 to 2:00. I learned that the volunteer coaches and myself don’t like being micromanaged, but I learned that coaching kids when done correctly can be really fun! Management is nonexistent. The hardest part of the job was not having any training but being expected to do everything exactly the “i9 way”. Seeing the children have fun and make friends was the most fun part!

Working in youth sports has been a very positive and rewarding experience. The environment is energetic, supportive, and focused on teamwork, making every shift enjoyable and meaningful. Coaching and refereeing young athletes has helped me improve my communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills while also teaching me the importance of patience and responsibility. The staff and fellow coaches create a welcoming atmosphere where everyone works together to make practices and games run smoothly. One of the best parts of the job is being able to encourage kids, help them build confidence, and watch them improve over time. The organization values professionalism, sportsmanship, and creating a positive experience for both players and families. I also appreciate the flexibility and trust given to employees to lead activities and make decisions during games. Overall, working in youth sports has been a great experience

I9 was a great place to work on the weekend as a side job. However, I was unable to work for some time due to certain health circumstances. The one weekend I was scheduled to work after my situation, it was an unpleasant rainy weekend but the owner decided to not call the games off which is a huge safety concern. I made my availability but was not getting scheduled. After a while I noticed that I was not receiving any updates or scheduling. I tried logging into the app but apparently my number is no longer associated with the company. I had high expectations for the owner and leadership staff regarding communication. I had to figure out on my own that I am no longer an employee. No one reached out to my email, messaged me, or anything. Overall, during my tenure there-- I met extremely great and dedicated young people there. I wish nothing but the best for the company and staff involved. 

I had gotten the job from a friend on my football team in high school and really didn't expect to get much out of it. However, after working at I9 for a few years now I have learned a lot about what it takes to be an accountable worker. I was able to improve my skills of multi-tasking as well as fine tune other work skills, such as working in a team. My job at I9 made me more accountable for my actions and as a result made me a better employee. I received two raises for my work and I made personal relationships with many of the workers as well as the players and parents. Working at I9 allowed me to do what I like doing best and that is working with other people and interacting with customers throughout the day. It was a great work environment and I would recommend it to anyone needing a job on the weekends.

i9 Sports - Youth Sports Leagues is an organization of coaches, officiators, site managers, and volunteers -- many of whom primarily meet up at one of the fields each Saturday to provide families a safe and fun place to play/watch sports.

As a proud, passionate soccer referee who has been working at Wellfield Stadium in Venice, FL since September 2017, I learned that by enforcing an even playing field while officiating and communicating with everyone regarding team sportsmanship values I can emphasize players’ safety. I also enjoy filling in positions when staff members are absent along with setting up/cleaning up the fields/concession stands before and after games. The hardest part of being a referee is keeping true to oneself while dealing with dramatic parents, coaches, or players.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Being able to see children enjoy sports and competition.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
There wasn't any stressful moments. I enjoyed working for this employee the most than any other Jobe I've ever held. I'm sure that may have been the case for everyone there.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Great work environment. We  work outdoors which is always a plus in Florida, and management always had the right equipment available for the children use while enjoying outdoor play.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Be on time for the start of the games scheduled for the day. Make the right calls and judgement regardless of outside chatter. Ensure to be fair and compassionate because at the end of the day we are working with children.

A typical day was setting up the concession box, displaying the reffe's schedule, and making sure the feilds were in good condition. i learned cash handling skills, guest service basics, and hard work.
Managment included an amzing power couple who are still family friends to this day.
I had few coworkers all were kind.
Hardest part was being respected as a young woman with alot of responablites, and carring the large packs of bottles into the concession box.
Most enjoyable part was watching all these little boys and girls in their uniforms either kicking a soccer ball half their size, or tiny bats at a t-ball stand. We even had a flag foot ball for the 6-8 year olds and watching them throw and catch was adorable.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Instructor 135 salaries reported	$19.20 per hour
Referee 78 salaries reported	$18.46 per hour
Basketball official 44 salaries reported	$16.93 per hour
Youth coordinator 64 salaries reported	$17.90 per hour
Site manager 52 salaries reported	$19.05 per hour

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